The Crisis of International Students in Canada and Christ’s Call to Peacemaking

International students surged to over 1 million in 2023 in Canada, and make up almost two-thirds of the students enrolled in higher education–30% of Canada’s total student population. This is a share higher than any other hosting country in the world. Such unprecedented population growth with its demographic distribution features has created a complex crisis of international students, triggering a largely negative response from the Canadian pubic and significant policy interventions from the Canadian government. What does the Christian faith have to say in times like this? … More The Crisis of International Students in Canada and Christ’s Call to Peacemaking

Enhancing PhD Journey through Christian Mentorship: A Case Study in the Natural Sciences

In this post I offer a case study of an actual mentorship that happened through our network. It offers a wonderful model for how a senior professor in the field can provide resources and encouragement to help enrich a student’s academic vocation. … More Enhancing PhD Journey through Christian Mentorship: A Case Study in the Natural Sciences

A Bridge Too Far? Faith Seeking Understanding of Chinese Culture

Here is the story of Dr. Ruth Hayhoe — a GSC board member and a model of the kind of international faith-based academic work we seek to do: call it bridge-building, reconciliation, or being a “redemptive influence”–its making a difference in a way that the light of Jesus Christ shines through. Her story is a marvellous testimony to the wonder of spiritual surrender and international leadership. … More A Bridge Too Far? Faith Seeking Understanding of Chinese Culture